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  • Rotating Bands at the Lion’s Den

    Lion's Den 57 Wentworth Pl, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Experience the resurgence of San Francisco’s historic Chinatown nightlife at the Lion’s Den.  Tucked away on Wentworth Place, this bi-level lounge and performance space blends modern cocktail culture with the East meets West spirit of the Chinatown’s golden age. Every week, the venue transforms into a unique destination for live music, featuring a rotating roster of the city’s up and coming funk, soul, and R&B ensembles. The Sound: From 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM, the stage belongs to a curated selection of live bands. The rotation frequently features bands such as Mark Maiden, Funky Sound Experience, Jay Neal, The Groove Foundation, […]

    Free

  • Cougar Unleashed

    Tupelo 1337 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Cougar Unleashed at Tupelo brings a high-energy Antioch dance band led by vocalist Rhonda “Cougar” Crouch to North Beach for a party-focused night of Funky Soul, Rhythm & Blues, and dance-floor favorites. A recurring third-Friday attraction at Tupelo, the group features seasoned Bay Area musicians and blends Soul, R&B, Funk, and other crowd-pleasing styles into a lively show built for movement, sing-alongs, and late-night celebration.

    Free

  • Cosmo Alleycats

    Cosmo Alleycats
    The Deluxe 1511 Haight Street, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Cosmo Alleycats bring their refreshingly old fashioned sound to The Deluxe — a San Francisco favorite since 2010, led by jazz vocalist Emily Day, whom critic Scott Yanow calls "one of the major singers in her field." Rooted in New Orleans jazz & R&B, speakeasy and 1920s jazz, and classic R&B, blues, and soul, their show Old Sweet Songs celebrates enduring melodies, a bygone style of songwriting, and original songs that contend for a place in the Great American Canon. With sixteen years of performing together, their polished yet playfully unpredictable classic swing makes them irresistible to jazz newcomers and serious […]

    $15

  • Dewayne Oakley and Ralph Nelson

    Dewayne Oakley and Ralph Nelson
    Choquet’s 2500 Washington St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Transport yourself to the Rive Gauche without leaving Fillmore Street. Chouquet's invites you to experience "Jazz on the Patio," a long-standing neighborhood tradition that pairs world-class live music with the breezy elegance of a classic French bistro. Set against the backdrop of one of San Francisco’s most iconic shopping corridors, this event offers a high-fidelity sensory experience where the "restless melodicism" of local jazz meets the refined flavors of France. Featuring the Dewayne Oakley Blues Ensemble This weekend’s soundtrack is provided by the seasoned mastery of Dewayne Oakley and Ralph Nelson. As cornerstones of the Bay Area music scene, this duo […]

    Free

  • Magic School Busk

    Magic School Busk
    Red Window 500 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Experience the ultimate "living theater" of North Beach as The Magic School Busk takes up their weekly residency directly in front of The Red Window. Positioned at the vibrant, sun-soaked corner of Stockton and Columbus, this high-energy busking collective captures the spontaneous spirit of the neighborhood. The performance is a masterclass in Street Swing and improvisational Jazz. Drawing from the "busking" tradition of New Orleans and the European "Hot Club" sound, the ensemble specializes in acoustic music that is both technically brilliant and completely unpretentious. The line-up is fluid, often featuring a "who’s who" of local instrumentalists who bring a "restless […]

    Free

  • The Henry Co.

    The Henry Co.
    Casements Bar 2351 Mission St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Spend your Saturday afternoon in the heart of the Mission with The Henry Co., a local San Francisco ensemble known for their soulful, laid-back instrumental and vocal grooves. These sessions have become a staple of the Casements weekend lineup, offering a perfect "day-drinking" soundtrack that blends the sophistication of a jazz club with the relaxed energy of a neighborhood pub. Drawing from jazz, soul, and indie-rock influences, the band is celebrated for their versatility. While they often lean into deep-pocket jazz grooves, they are also known for their creative reinterpretations of familiar tracks (as heard on their The Henry Co-vers series), […]

    Free

  • The 3 Elements

    The 3 Elements
    The Grove 690 Mission St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    The 3 Elements is the jazz-fusion project of Andre Mateo and Anthony Ferraro, bringing an energetic blend of improvisation, rhythmic groove, and contemporary fusion textures to The Grove.

    Free

  • Viajó de la Música

    Scopo Divino 2800 California St #101, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Viajó de la Música brings a traveling soundtrack of Latin jazz, boleros to the intimate wine‑bar glow of Scopo Divino. Led by saxophonist Renner, this jazz quartet moves effortlessly from bossa and samba to slow‑dance ballads, weaving guitars, percussion, and rich vocals into one continuous journey. Expect romantic melodies, hypnotic grooves, and a set list that feels like wandering through nightspots from Havana to Rio to San Francisco. Pair a glass of something bold with the music and let the room turn into your own little passport stamp for the evening.

    Free

  • The Cottontails

    The Cottontails
    The Deluxe 1511 Haight Street, San Francisco, CA, United States

    The Cottontails bring a joyful, swinging, and gloriously eclectic sound to The Deluxe, a Bay Area ensemble anchored by singer-songwriter Karina Denike — a performer with over 20 albums to her name, international appearances at Montreux Jazz Festival and the Reading Festival, and credits spanning Dance Hall Crashers to Ralph Carney's Serious Jass Project. The band is a gathering of some of San Francisco's most accomplished and versatile musicians: pianist Michael McIntosh, whose resume stretches from Jonathan Richman and Jolie Holland to a composed opera drawn from Samuel Beckett; guitarist and bassist Vic Wong, a gypsy jazz specialist whose Django Reinhardt-influenced […]

    $10

  • Six Roses

    Six Roses
    Etcetera Wine Bar 795 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Six Roses at Etcetera Wine Bar brings the multi‑genre collaboration between saxophonist David Boyce and guitarist/loop artist Michael Cavaseno into the Mission’s cozy wine bar, turning the room into an intimate sound lab for improvisation and texture. Blending saxophones, guitar, and live loops, Six Roses moves fluidly across jazz, ambient, soul, and experimental sounds, making this set feel like an evening of deep listening and relaxed neighborhood hanging over thoughtful wines and small plates

    Free

  • Saturday~Flamenco, Music of the Andes, Latin Dance

    Peña Pachamama 1630 Powell St, San Francisco, United States

    This Saturday, join two-time Latin Grammy nominee Eddy Nadia, Pachamama band, Andean costumed dancers and special guest master violinist Georges Lammam for a magical, musical night in a historic speakeasy.

    $19.95

  • Cliff Meyers & Friends

    Comstock Saloon 155 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Cliff Meyers & Friends is a jazz-funk and soul-jazz ensemble appearing at the Comstock Saloon. Led by Meyers with a rotating cast of Bay Area session players, the group delivers deep, groove-driven sets that balance tight soulful arrangements with open improvisational interplay, filling the historic saloon's high-ceilinged, 1907-era room with a contemporary, kinetic energy.

    Free

  • Rotating Bands at the Lion’s Den

    Lion's Den 57 Wentworth Pl, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Experience the resurgence of San Francisco’s historic Chinatown nightlife at the Lion’s Den.  Tucked away on Wentworth Place, this bi-level lounge and performance space blends modern cocktail culture with the East meets West spirit of the Chinatown’s golden age. Every week, the venue transforms into a unique destination for live music, featuring a rotating roster of the city’s up and coming funk, soul, and R&B ensembles. The Sound: From 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM, the stage belongs to a curated selection of live bands. The rotation frequently features bands such as Mark Maiden, Funky Sound Experience, Jay Neal, The Groove Foundation, […]

    Free

  • The Porkchop Express

    The Riptide 3636 Taraval St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    The Porkchop Express at The Riptide brings a veteran San Francisco Americana band with more than two decades of rootsy, high-energy performance behind it. Their sound tosses folk, outlaw country, and rock ’n’ roll into a distinctly honky-tonk mix, powered by country harmonies, fiddle, lap steel, mandolin and ukulele, garage-rock guitar, and a punk-leaning rhythm section.

    Free

  • Late Set: Simon Rowe Organ Trio

    Keys Jazz Bistro 498 Broadway, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Keeping folks up past 10 pm in SF is no easy feat, but Key’s owner Simon Rowe has been showcasing the best of the Bay Area’s organ trios in his late night Saturday sets. His ‘Transcendent Trio’, formed for a “Jazz on the Patio” residency during the pandemic will feature the dynamic Kai Lyons- guitar, the ebullient Brian Fishler- drums and Rowe on Hammond organ for a set of Blues, Bebop, Ballads and Banter. Simon Rowe – organ Kai Lyons – guitar Brian Fishler – drums Tickets: $15 per show First come, first serve seating policy. Advanced Ticket Purchase Suggetsed We […]

    $15

  • Armen Krakirian – Late Night

    Late Night: Armen Krakirian
    Dawn Club 10 Annie St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Armen Krakirian is an accomplished trumpeter and private teacher based in the Bay Area, California. Holding a degree in Jazz Trumpet Performance from Oberlin Conservatory (2023), Armen's musical journey has been enriched under the mentorship of the renowned jazz virtuoso, Dr. Eddie Henderson. Passionate about both performance and education, Armen has shared the stage with renowned artists such as Gerald Cannon, Gary Bartz, Billy Hart, Jay Ashby, Jake Silverman, and many others.  Drawing inspiration from Hard Bop legends like Freddie Hubbard, Lee Morgan, Woody Shaw, and a kaleidoscope of genres spanning Electronic, Rap/Hip-Hop, Pop, Classical, and Metal, Armen's versatility sets him […]

    Free

  • Dewayne Oakley and Ralph Nelson

    Dewayne Oakley and Ralph Nelson
    Choquet’s 2500 Washington St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Transport yourself to the Rive Gauche without leaving Fillmore Street. Chouquet's invites you to experience "Jazz on the Patio," a long-standing neighborhood tradition that pairs world-class live music with the breezy elegance of a classic French bistro. Set against the backdrop of one of San Francisco’s most iconic shopping corridors, this event offers a high-fidelity sensory experience where the "restless melodicism" of local jazz meets the refined flavors of France. Featuring the Dewayne Oakley Blues Ensemble This weekend’s soundtrack is provided by the seasoned mastery of Dewayne Oakley and Ralph Nelson. As cornerstones of the Bay Area music scene, this duo […]

    Free

  • Magic School Busk

    Magic School Busk
    Red Window 500 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Experience the ultimate "living theater" of North Beach as The Magic School Busk takes up their weekly residency directly in front of The Red Window. Positioned at the vibrant, sun-soaked corner of Stockton and Columbus, this high-energy busking collective captures the spontaneous spirit of the neighborhood. The performance is a masterclass in Street Swing and improvisational Jazz. Drawing from the "busking" tradition of New Orleans and the European "Hot Club" sound, the ensemble specializes in acoustic music that is both technically brilliant and completely unpretentious. The line-up is fluid, often featuring a "who’s who" of local instrumentalists who bring a "restless […]

    Free

  • Scott Larson Quartet

    Scott Larson Quartet
    The Deluxe 1511 Haight Street, San Francisco, CA, United States

    The Deluxe welcomes the Scott Larson Quartet — a straight‑ahead Bay Area jazz ensemble led by trombonist Scott Larson, long known for channeling the fiery hard‑bop sound that lit up the 1960s New York jazz scene. With tightly swinging rhythm, melodic horn lines, and a repertoire steeped in standards and classic hard‑bop language, the quartet brings a warm, club‑ready energy to Haight Street’s neighborhood jazz bar.

    $5

  • Bluegrass Jam

    Bluegrass Jam
    The Lucky Horseshoe 454 Courtland Ave, San Francisco, CA, United States

    The Lucky Horseshoe hosts its long-standing Bluegrass Jam every Sunday afternoon. Unlike a typical circle jam, this is a unique performance jam where musicians take to the stage to play into microphones for a live crowd. It’s an intermediate-to-advanced level session that brings together the best of the Bay Area’s roots and bluegrass community, turning the Bernal Heights tavern into a high-energy honky-tonk for three hours every week. The Performance Format: This session is specifically designed as a "on-stage" experience. Musicians are encouraged to step up to the mic, fostering a professional yet welcoming atmosphere that bridges the gap between a […]

    Free

  • Sunday Blues Jam

    Sunday Blues Jam at Pier 23 Cafe
    Pier 23 23 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA, United States

    The Sunday Blues Jam at Pier 23 is the perfect way to spend a rollicking afternoon on the waterfront — anchored by the inimitable blues drummer Sean Donoghue, this open jam welcomes professional musicians and budding artists alike to jump in and play. Grab a drink, a bite, hit the dance floor, and bring your instrument — all levels are welcome and the stage is yours.

    Free

  • Joe Newsman and the Bluesmen

    Joe Newsman and the Bluesmen
    Tupelo 1337 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Joe Newsman and the Bluesmen perform at Tupelo on Sunday, 4-7pm joined by Jules Broussard on saxophone and Ned Boynton on guitar. Expect brass-forward blues and R&B that feels right at home in North Beach.

    Free

  • Salsa Saturdays

    Salsa Saturdays
    The Ramp 855 Terry A Francois Blvd, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Live Salsa Saturdays at The Ramp bring live salsa bands to the waterfront patio every week from 4 pm to 10 pm, turning the bayside spot into one of San Francisco’s go‑to salsa destinations. Dancers and listeners can enjoy high‑energy salsa sets with sweeping Bay views, evening breezes, and a casual outdoor vibe, with a 20 cover charge for entry (21+).

    $20

  • Vince Lateano Trio

    Vince Lateano Trio
    Bird & Beckett 653 Cheney St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Ben Stolorow, piano; Peter Barshay, bass; Vince Lateano, drums. Part of the Bird & Beckett Jazz in the Bookshop (Sundays 5–7pm). Seating is limited — reservations recommended: 415-586-3733. Suggested contribution: $20–30; students $10–15; younger kids free.

    $20

  • Gaucho

    Gaucho
    Brenda’s French Soul Food 652 Polk Street, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Settle into a Sunday evening that feels straight out of a New Orleans daydream as Gaucho brings their signature hot-club–inspired jazz to Brenda’s French Soul Food. From 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, the band turns the Polk Street institution into a warm, swinging supper room, mixing Django-style gypsy jazz, classic standards, and soulful improvisations that pair perfectly with beignets, biscuits, and Creole comfort food. It’s an easygoing, come-as-you-are hang: grab a table, order your favorites from the Brenda’s menu, and let Gaucho’s guitars, bass, and horns carry you through a lazy, joyfully unhurried Sunday night.

    Free
Event details are subject to change. Please confirm dates, times and cover charges directly with the venue before attending.